Image to Text Converter
Extract text from images effortlessly with our secure, AI-powered OCR tool. No server uploads—100% private and free.
Click or Drag Image to Upload
Drop, Paste, or Click to upload.
Supports JPG, PNG, WebP, GIF, BMP.
Unlock Text Trapped in Images
In today's fast-paced digital environment, re-typing text from images is a thing of the past. Whether you need to digitize a printed contract, grab a quote from a screenshot, or extract code from a tutorial video, the Finmato Image to Text Converter is your ultimate productivity companion.
Powered by advanced Optical Character Recognition (OCR) technology, our tool analyzes the patterns in your image to recognize letters, numbers, and symbols, converting them into editable, searchable digital text. Best of all, we prioritize your security by running the entire process locally in your browser—ensuring your sensitive data never leaves your device.
What is OCR Technology?
Optical Character Recognition (OCR) is a technology that converts different types of documents—such as scanned paper documents, PDF files, or images captured by a digital camera—into editable and searchable data.
Instead of treating a document as a static picture, OCR software "reads" the image, identifying shapes that look like characters. It's the same technology used by search engines to read highway signs in street view maps or by banking apps to scan checks. Finmato brings this powerful enterprise-grade technology to you for free, directly in your web browser.
🔒 100% Private & Secure
Most online converters upload your files to a cloud server, creating a potential privacy risk. Our tool processes everything client-side using JavaScript. Your confidential documents, IDs, or personal notes never leave your computer.
⚡ Drag, Drop, & Paste
Workflow speed matters. That's why we support Clipboard Pasting. Took a screenshot? Just press Ctrl+V (or Cmd+V) on our page, and we'll start processing immediately. No need to save the file first.
📂 Broad Format Support
We support all major image formats, including JPG, JPEG, PNG, WebP, GIF, and BMP. Whether it's a web graphic or a high-res scan, we can handle it.
🚀 Works Offline
Once this page is loaded, the OCR engine is cached in your browser. You can disconnect from the internet and still convert thousands of documents without interruption.
How to Convert Images to Text
Follow these simple steps to digitize your documents:
- Upload Your Image: You have three options: click the upload box to browse your files, drag and drop a file from your desktop, or simply paste an image directly from your clipboard.
- Review the Preview: The tool will display a preview of the image. Ensure the text is visible and readable. If the image is rotated sideways, the OCR accuracy might drop, so try to upload correctly oriented images.
- Extract Text: Click the "Extract Text" button. You will see a progress bar indicating the status of the OCR engine (Loading, Initializing, Recognizing).
- Copy & Edit: Once finished, your text will appear in the editable text box below. You can make quick corrections if needed and then click the "Copy" button to save it to your clipboard.
Real-World Use Cases
Students & Academia
Quickly digitize notes from textbook pages, whiteboard photos from lectures, or reference material from library archives.
Business & Admin
Convert scanned invoices into editable data, digitize business cards, or unexpected PDF snapshots into workable text.
Developers
Grab code snippets from video tutorials or error messages from screenshots without manually typing every character.
Frequently Asked Questions
Why is the text output sometimes wrong?
OCR systems rely on pattern recognition. If an image is blurry, pixelated, or has low contrast, the engine may misinterpret characters (e.g., confusing an "l" with a "1"). High-resolution images with clear, dark text on a white background yield the best results.
Can I extract text from a PDF?
Currently, this tool supports image formats (JPG, PNG, etc.). To use it with a PDF, simply take a screenshot of the PDF page you need and paste it here directly.
Is there a file size limit?
We cap uploads at 5MB. This ensures that the browser doesn't crash while trying to process extremely large images, keeping the experience smooth and fast.
Does it support multiple languages?
By default, our standard loader is optimized for English content to ensure the fastest load times. However, Tesseract can often recognize characters from other Latin-script languages reasonably well.
Do I need to install any software?
No! That's the best part. Everything runs in your browser (Chrome, Safari, Firefox, Edge). There are no .exe files to download and no plugins required.
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Disclaimer
This tool is provided for educational and productivity purposes. While we strive for high accuracy, the OCR results may vary based on image quality. We are not responsible for any inaccuracies in the extracted text. Please proofread critical documents.